Strengths: Lite weight 254g for 27.2 and 266 for 30.9, durable(if you are not overweight), inexpensive, and nicely made.

Weaknesses: The only weakness I found on my older one was the front adjuster bolt was too long. My seat would actually bottom out on the bolt. I simply cut it shorter and haven't had any other issues.

Bottom Line:

I bought my first seat post about 5 years ago under the Pazzaz name. I believe Pazzaz now makes them for Sette and other companies. I have been using this post on two bikes for a while and it hasn't skipped a beat. I just purchased a new Sette Apx for another bike I own. It definitely seems to be just as good as my old Pazzaz. For the money you can't beat it.

Larger Riders beware! I weigh in at about 250#s. Mine bent at the collar within a month on a full suspension Racer X. The Max'm that came with the Titus had no problems with the same load for over 6 mo. I cannot recommend.

Weaknesses: It takes a little patience to get your seat adjusted just right, but when you get it set it clamps on real tight!

Bottom Line:

I needed a light cheap seatpost so I thought I'd take a chance on this. I bought the white alloy and man it looks nice! I was actually surprised at the quality. I ride mostly cross country and singletrack and I only weigh 143 so I'm not really testing this to the extreme but for what I do I really like it. Also the measurement numbers really help with the set up!

Weaknesses: Head design can make it very hard to install saddles where the rails are very close to the saddle shell, e.g., Sette's own Nyx saddle. Height markings are the reverse of what they should be, i.e., the lower number should be higher up on the post, so as you drop the post the number also drops, instead of the way it is, where the more dropped the post is the higher number you have.

Bottom Line:

Don't know about the overall durability/longevity of this post, but I'm very happy with it. The price/weight factor is impressive. Figure in that it's a full 400 mm length (you could probably drop about 10-15 grams if it were a 350mm length) and it's hard to find anything in the ballpark, pricewise. This is because the head system is pretty darn ingenious. This post would be perfect for me if the height markings were reversed, but considering the price, weight, looks I'll rate it as a great product. I will definitely post when this thing breaks.

Concerning breaking posts, if someone can bend a Thompson then NO post is sacrosanct.

Weaknesses: Not a solid product! After 2 years the head became unbonded from the mast. If you ride at all hard look elsewhere. I'm done with Pricepoint, as they pretty much told me to go @@## myself on a warrenty return. Spend some extra cash and look into a Thomson, Tune, Roox, or KCNC!!

Bottom Line:

Do not buy this post!! If you're tight on cash look into one of the new Control Techs, they utilize a one piece head and mast as well as two bolt micro-adjust with layback.

Another great product by Sette. Alot of people look at my bike & see all sorts of high end components then they wonder why I through a Sette product on like my Stem & seatpost. My only answer is DEPENDABLE at a great price, plus super light. How can you go wrong.

Strengths: strong, light, cheap, good looking, not made for mother huckers (that's a good thing)

Weaknesses: for some reason this cross country seatpost can't withstand 60 foot drops. it must be crummy.

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I have put these posts on all of my bikes that needed posts (like 4 or so). I have never wanted anything different. The zero offset is obviously a matter of preference, but personally I love it. Like the other guy said, don't over-torque the bolts or they will strip. And if it squeaks, you haven't tightened it enough. Just be smart about it. Great post.

Strengths: Inexpensive, extremely well made, light. Two bolt clamping system. This is the old Synchros seatpost that once costed $80.

Weaknesses: Be careful when torquing down the bolts because the washers will snap if you over-tighten.

Bottom Line:

Had to replace a Thompson Elite that I somehow managed to bend, and wasn't really in the mood to drop $80 on a post so went with the Sette. It was about 5 years old, though. Anyhow, I'd actually give the edge to the Sette for the clamping system. It's nicer IMO than the Thompson. But, the Thompson probably has the edge on sheer strength with its oval shaped tube. We'll see how the Sette holds up. I will report back if any negatives arise.

Weaknesses: Bent after 2 rides on a full suspension frame - my weight is 155.

Bottom Line:

I liked the design of the clamping mechanism, but the seatpost bent after only two short rides!! My weight is 155-160 pounds with the gear - so good seatpost would have lasted for more rides than two. If the seatpost bends - then it is not a good product - therefore lowest rating.

Weaknesses: squeaks like an angry monkey, you have to admit to buying a Sette product

Bottom Line:

I tried this post on a whim, because i wanted a long, two bolt seatpost and I didn't have much money. Turns out this sucker is wonderful. It squeels a little, but some grease fixed that. My experience makes me want to try other sette products, but then, Sette isn't exactly sexy stuff.

I'm a budget rider and have to spend my bike dollars carefully. I have not been disappointed with any product from Sette so far. The prices just blows me away. For the price / quality you can do no better than this seatpost.

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